{"product_id":"beano-hotspur-comic-book-lot-198319851986-classic-annuals-uk-dc-thompson-gift","title":"Beano Hotspur Comic Book Lot 198319851986 Classic Annuals UK DC Thompson Gift","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeano Hotspur Comic Book Lot 1983 1985 1986 Classic Annuals UK Vintage DC Thomson\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a nostalgic bundle of three classic British comic annuals from the 1980s, including two editions of The Beano and one Hotspur Book for Boys. These annuals are filled with fullcolour comic strips, jokes, and adventures, making them a treasured piece of UK comic history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bundle includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tThe Beano Book 1983\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tThe Beano Book 1985\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tThe Hotspur Book for Boys 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese titles, published by DC Thomson, showcase some of the most iconic characters and storytelling styles of their time — from Dennis the Menace, Minnie the Minx, to Nick Jolly the flying highwayman.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Product Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPublisher: DC Thomson\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tYears Included: 1983, 1985, 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tSize: Approx. 11 inches tall (as measured in photos)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tGenres: Children’s Comics, Humour, Adventure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tIllustrated: Yes – Full colour (Beano), black \u0026amp; white with spot colour (Hotspur)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Condition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tOverall condition: Acceptable – All three books are intact, with wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tCovers: Minor edge wear and corner bumping visible on all three books. The Beano 1983 cover shows slight scuffing and a couple of surface marks. The Hotspur 1986 cover is slightly bowed but still bold and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tSpines: Solid and tight, with visible shelf wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPages: Clean and bright with no writing or tears noted in the visible pages. Interior of Hotspur shows strong printing and binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease examine the closeup photos provided, including edge detail, spines, and interior pages for a full view of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e About These Annuals:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tThe Beano: First published in 1938, The Beano is one of the longestrunning children’s comics in the world. Known for iconic characters like Dennis the Menace, Gnasher, Minnie the Minx, and more, these books deliver lighthearted mischief and funfilled stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tThe Hotspur: Dating back to 1933, The Hotspur was known for its actionpacked tales aimed at boys — combining sport, war, schoolboy adventures, and herodriven narratives. The 1986 edition features blackandwhite storytelling with dynamic illustrations, as seen in the footballthemed interior pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Why Buy This Set?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPerfect for collectors of British comic annuals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tA nostalgic gift for fans of 80s comic culture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tSuitable for display, reading, or comic art reference\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tA piece of UK publishing history from legendary DC Thomson\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBundle will be shipped with care. Combined shipping is available if purchasing other vintage books or comics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gifted UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605313286491,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_dd35227d-417c-41bd-9234-6abdd9acad38.jpg?v=1773698994","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/beano-hotspur-comic-book-lot-198319851986-classic-annuals-uk-dc-thompson-gift","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}